My first visit to Fuqua was during a Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) kickoff seminar. There I interacted with several alumni and current students who confirmed that my two major MBA goals, which were to transition from private wealth management to investment banking and to grow my professional LGBTQ network, could be obtained at Fuqua. From that point forward, it became clear that Fuqua was an ideal fit for me both personally and professionally.
I previously worked for JPMorgan as an associate in the private wealth management division, where I collaborated on initiatives ranging from uncovering new investment opportunities for lead investors and bankers to formulating a multi-day technology program for several large family offices and internal partners.
My career goal is to become an investment banker. That plan will commence this summer when I start my internship for a large international financial institution in New York City. As an investment banker, some of the skill sets that are most important are resiliency and team building. I feel that Fuqua has positioned me to be successful on both fronts.
One of the highlights of my first year was the amazing fashion show put on by the Retail and Luxury Brands Club. This is because the club was intentional about touching all intersections of diversity by highlighting fashion trends ranging from West African, South Indian and Latino cultures to professional and modern looks as well. It was a great way to highlight one of the greatest strengths at Fuqua -- its diversity.
